Harvesting Innovation: Energy, AI, and Agriculture

ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR

Join the Harvesting Innovation Webinar Series to explore how emerging technologies are shaping the future of agriculture, energy, and natural systems. Designed to connect innovators, educators, researchers, and industry leaders, this dynamic monthly series showcases cutting-edge research and fosters collaboration to advance efficiency, sustainability, and competitiveness in real-world applications. This session will explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, agriculture, and energy consumption, examining how generative AI and other forms of artificial intelligence are beginning to shape agricultural advancements and how AI energy demands compare to traditional computing. Participants will take a closer look at how electricity is generated and delivered, with a focus on the regional power grid and real-world challenges such as rising energy demand, lagging energy development, increasing transmission costs, and the exponential growth of data centers. The webinar will also cover how emerging technologies and smarter energy strategies could influence both farming practices and future energy use.

WHEN

September 9, 2025
(1:00 PM-2:00 PM ET)

Register By: September 9, 2025
This event is free of charge.

Who is this for?

Farmers, growers, processors, wholesalers, and distributors
Agriculture, environment, and natural resource professionals
Researchers and extension educators
Undergraduate and graduate students
Tech and engineering professionals with interests in food, agriculture, environment, or natural resources
Stakeholders interested in the latest advancements in technology for food, agriculture, natural and living systems, community development, education, and more
What will you learn?

Foundational knowledge about emerging and advanced technologies
Insights into current research, projects, programs, and initiatives involving emerging and advanced technologies
Applications of advanced technologies across agricultural and related industries
Opportunities to exchange ideas, gain valuable feedback, and explore potential collaborations
Avenues to support the integration and advancement of critical technologies for agriculture and living systems
This event is being offered at no charge to participants.

Registration is required to receive the link to access the webinar.

A link to the recorded webinar will be emailed to registrants within ten business days after the live event. The recording will be accessible for six months from the event date.

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September 9, 2025